September weather forecast
Chipata, Zambia

September

Weather in September

The interval between August and September witnesses a rise in temperatures, resulting in some of the hottest weather conditions in the calendar year for Chipata, Zambia. The city endures a truly hot climate with very few rainy days, and a substantial increase in sunshine hours. The weather in September remains largely unchanged as the town transitions into October, but with a slight increase in rainfall. With the mercury hitting its zenith at 32.6°C (90.7°F), September stands out as the hottest month in Chipata.

Temperature

The transition from August to September brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F) to a tropical 31.1°C (88°F). Chipata in September observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Humidity

The least humid month is September, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

Rainfall

September is the only month when rain does not fall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in September transforms into the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in September?
September temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.1°C (88°F) and a low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 39%, September is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in September?
The average relative humidity in September is 39%.
What is the driest month?
September is the only month when rain does not fall.
Does it rain in September?
In September, it doesn't rain. August is the latest month when it rains.
How many hours of daylight does Chipata have in September?
The average day length in September is 12h and 2min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in September?
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in September?
The average sunshine duration in September is 9.9h.
When is the highest UV index?
September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in September?
In Chipata, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in September: 31.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.3°C).

Average pressure in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average pressure in September: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in September: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average humidity in September: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).

Average rainfall in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in September: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in September: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in September: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average UV index in September: 7

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in September: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in September
Chipata, Zambia
  • Average visibility in September: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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